Yamaha MODX M

The Yamaha MODX M series, is a powerful and portable synthesizer workstation designed to deliver professional-grade sound and performance. Building upon the legacy of the flagship MONTAGE M, the MODX M offers enhanced features and improved usability in a lightweight package.

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🎹 Yamaha MODX M Overview

The MODX M series comprises three models:

• MODX M6: 61 keys with semi-weighted FSB keyboard
• MODX M7: 76 keys with semi-weighted FSB keyboard
• MODX M8: 88 keys with GHS hammer-action keyboard

All models share the same core technology and feature set, differing only in key count and action type.

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🔧 Key Features

• Three Sound Engines:
  • AN-X: 12-voice polyphonic analog modeling engine with three oscillators and vintage-style features like waveshaping, wavefolding, ring modulation, PWM, FM, and voltage drift.
  • FM-X: Advanced FM synthesis engine with enhanced modulation capabilities.
  • AWM2: 128-voice sample-based engine with 5GB of wave memory and 1.9GB for user samples.
• Enhanced Control Interface:
  • Additional faders and knobs for improved hands-on control.
  • Upgraded Super Knob with more control positions.
  • Dedicated buttons for Part and Scene selection.
• USB Audio Interface:
  • 4-in/10-out USB audio interface supporting MIDI 2.0.
• Expanded Softsynth Plugin (ESP):
  • Allows integration with DAWs for preset creation and editing.

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📝 Feature Comparison Table

Feature	MODX M Series	Previous MODX Series
Sound Engines	AN-X, FM-X, AWM2	AWM2, FM-X
AN-X Engine	Yes (12-voice analog modeling)	No
AWM2 Memory	5GB wave + 1.9GB user	2GB wave + 1.6GB user
FM-X Enhancements	Advanced modulation capabilities	Standard FM-X
Control Interface	More faders, knobs, and buttons	Fewer physical controls
USB Audio Interface	4-in/10-out, MIDI 2.0	2-in/2-out, MIDI 1.0
ESP Plugin	Yes (for DAW integration)	No

Price: $1799 (M6), $1999 (M7), $2499 (M8) in USD

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